Azuchi-Momoyama: Meaning and Definition of

A•zu•chi-Mo•mo•ya•ma

Pronunciation: (ä'zoo-chē"mô'mô-yä'mä), [key]
— n.
  1. a period of Japanese art, 1568–1600, characterized by construction of imposing, elegant castles and small, unadorned teahouses, lavish decorative arts, and bright-colored painting.
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